Director of Pastoral Care

Grace Inspired Living•Telford, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Ready to inspire others in an organization that is mission focused? Make a difference in a rewarding career as the Director of Pastoral Care with The Luteran Community at Telford, Located in Telford, PA. About Us: Guided by God’s love, Grace Inspired Living is dedicated to providing communities and services that enhance the lives of older adults in a supportive setting that values residents, employees, volunteers, and families. Since 1962, the Lutheran Community at Telford has provided exceptional services for seniors located in Bucks and Montgomery Counties. Telford offers a full continuum of care, from independent residential cottages and convenient apartment homes to comfortable personal care accommodations. Shepherd Way memory support neighborhood and our Healthcare Pavilion give individuals access to the health care and support they need at all hours. The dedicated staff ensures that residents enjoy the best quality of life while maintaining the highest possible level of independence.

Requirements

Master of Divinity or the equivalent and at least four units of Clinical Pastoral Education
Three to five years pastoral care; chaplaincy experience preferred
Adjudicatory endorsement.
Valid PA driver’s license.
Ability to relate to people effectively with sensitivity, understanding and compassion.
Maintain an open door policy for residents, families and staff to address questions and concerns without feeling uncomfortable.
A high degree of confidentiality is required.
Ability to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner in order to communicate with residents, employees, family members, volunteers and the public.
Basic math capabilities including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
Ability to set priorities, plan and organize duties.
Detail oriented and possesses sound judgment to moderate meetings and maintain accurate files.
Ability to document and follow-up on resident needs.
Maintain an awareness, interest and motivation for the care of seniors.
Maintain the resident and employee’s right to confidentiality.
Basic computer abilities utilizing word processing software.

Responsibilities

Provide spiritual service and crisis counseling to the residents, families, and employees of the community.
Oversee the scheduling of the Chapel and worship services in conjunction with the Activities Director & Life Enrichment Director.
Coordinate and encourage clergy and pastoral visitors from the community.
Supervise the pastoral volunteers to support regular worship and bible study opportunities.
Develop, in conjunction with Life Enrichment and Activities Departments, educational opportunities and excursions that encourage residents to explore their spiritual foundations.
Visit new residents shortly after admission into the community and record a spiritual assessment.
Attend care plan meeting for skilled residents at both communities.
Visit with the supporting Lutheran churches and provide outreach services based upon their need.
Plan and lead worship services for special occasions, such as mid-week Advent/Lent services, Easter Sunday, funerals, annual service of remembrance, etc.
Visit hospitalized residents.
Prepare the department’s annual budget request and monitor monthly to department financial statements.
Attend meetings and in-services as required.